Hi everyone! Thanks for all the great comments so far! This is a 6-year long term review of the Marshall DSL40CR. It's been a great amp overall with very little to complain about. Check it out here 🛒 Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/MarshallDSL40CR 🛒 Sky Music - bit.ly/3SuJD0k 🛒 Thomann (Global) - bit.ly/2WDpatz 🛒 Guitar Center - guitar-center.pxf.io/GjdVWn 🛒 Amazon UK - amzn.to/34lAfBd 🛒 Amazon Canada - amzn.to/2XfzVlT Eminence Texas Heat Speaker 🛒 Sweetwater - sweetwater.sjv.io/9gY2Ej (Affiliate Links)
I initially bought this amp for the variety of overdrive and distortion. When it first arrived, I couldn’t stop playing the CLEAN channel for well over an hour!
There is a slight delay when using the footswitch to change channels, as well as a split second where the sound cuts out and you hear the amp click. When playing live, it is best to dial in a single channel and use pedals.
@intheblues I’ve seen lots (lots, not all, yet) of your videos and long story short I ended up getting a vox ac15 blue tv and the Fender Supersonic. In my case most of the times I use the vox and almost never the supersonic, I guess that is because I prefer the “natural” distortion of the amp (SuperSonic’s Vintage/burn button didn’t got me). I’m now after a Marshall valved between a SC20 or SV20. P.S.: I’ve never thanked you for opening my ears and healthy criticism on gears, so here goes: Thank You, Shane my m8!
I have two of them and love them. However, after only about a year I get a hiss or static coming from one of them when no sound is being played. It doesn't bother me much cause it's unnoticeable when playing loud but just knowing and hearing it when I'm not playing anything drives me crazy. You would think maybe it's a cable or a pedal I use however, it makes this sound with nothing plugged into the input. Clean or crunch makes no difference either.I've also tried it on other circuits in the house, same issue... I've read other people having the same issue and Marshall says "The noise is due to the gyrator circuit that is built into the amplifier to give a better bass response, this should not be heard whilst playing, due to it being a high gain amplifier there is a slight pop when changing channel, this is not a fault and isn`t causing any damage to the amplifier." if so, why is it not happening to my other 40CR? Anyways just thought I'd add to the discussion. I do love the amp and like I said when I'm playing I can't hear it so...
Hey Shane, so as I commented a few days ago that I decided to purchase this amp new and was happy with it for the most part BUT I finally plugged in the footswitch and noticed a latency issue when changing channels as well as a popping noise. Do you also have this issue with yours? This may be a deal breaker for me. Let me know if you see this latest comment. Thanks........P.S. I also purchased a Texas Heat speaker as well because it is a bit too sizzley on the top end for sure.
I use one in my rehearsal space. With the 6-button footswitch, it is a truly versatile workhorse and is a true bargain. I suspect Marshall has a replacement coming soon because I see they've now been discounted at many stores
Yeah, speakers make the biggest difference in amps. The Texas Heat is a great speaker. One that really sounds great in Marshalls is the Eminence Governor. I wish you tried that instead of the Tonker. It's very warm with the subdued high-end you're looking for.
Marshall is very underrated for its clean tone and my favourite sound has become a plexi clean channel cranked. I have a one watt JVM combo from the 50th anniversary. Made in Britain and I have used it daily for 10 years and still have the original tubes. I am a huge fan of Marshall amps they are the sound I desire and I especially like the way they react to playing style and attack. I always found fenders to not have the spongy response I like they are too sharp if that makes sense. Vox also responds the same way to playing attack and I find it makes me play better. Even at one watt the amp is plenty loud for my usage. Plugged into a 12 inch speaker cab and most would not believe it’s a single watt making all that noise.
I also bought mine around the time you got yours. I also found the stock speaker harsh, but one day on stage at a festival the speaker "broke in" and sounded soo sweet! Now I'm totally satisfied with the speaker and the tone...
As I have stated on your original video I purchased my DSL40CR because of you…But I made 2 changed…first because the effect loop is programmable and a shared eg between the 4 channels…I inserted a 10 band graphic which makes the amp much more versatile…I also reboxed the amp to a head…as I prefer closed back cabinets with combinations of different speakers…I really love this amp thanks to you….Don’t forget the 6 button foot switch it really make this Marshall even that much better.
Hey. I just bought this amp but I just noticed a latency issue when switching between channels. Do you have this issue with either the stock FS or the 6 button? Thanks for your time.
@@TheChristafershawn no..if you use the front panel switches and don’t have the problem ….try using a different cable…or a midi foot switch.. I use the 6 button switch for its versitillity….but some complain of the size …it takes up a lot of real estate on a pedal board.. If you live in the US and buy it from Sweetwater if it dose not fix the problem you can return it ..Marshall PEDL-91016 6-way Footswitch for JVM4/DSL40CR/DSL100HR…Andertons and Thomann in Europe both have it in stock …but shipping rates may be expensive…
@@TheChristafershawn I just bought this DSL40CR and immediately noticed that same "latency" or lag while transitioning between channels using the included FS, too. (There is also a huge difference in volume between Clean and Crunch that is irritating). I have read and seen many posts about the jarring delay, and it doesn't seem that the optional 6 button (PEDL-9016) FS or MIDI FS does any thing to correct it. That's unfortunate, because otherwise t is really a great amp and versatile amp. But, if you are recording or playing any kind of music that requires a dynamic sound difference during songs (think Closer to the Heart by Rush), it can be a problem. I wish I knew of some way to fix it, other than just using pedals as my boost, for instance. I bought this amp hoping to avoid having to use OD/dist pedals, so it may be going back.
@@natebush9983Ever get that lag issue sorted out man??? I'm also looking at the DSL40cr very hard as my new amp to write, record, perform ect. Because I've just recently had to sell most of everything I had of value to cover the cost to move after my mom passed away suddenly and I was all on my own. My music project with a few friends is starting to pick up speed and I just need something affordable, versatile, durable with good sound quality.
Hi, Thanks Shane for the revisit. I have had one of these DSL40CR for about six years, stock everything and it still sounds great to my ears. I have a couple of great Fender amps as well, but I like that sounds like a Marshall. I did source the six button pedal which I think is worth while having to make the best use of all the channels playing live. My only issues have been the early replacement of the two EL34 output tubes with JJ's due to a hissing sound caused by one of the originals and more recently noticed occasional crackling or popping sounds from inside the amp. I tended to that myself being a retired electrical trades person. The main PCB was arcing across various places where the excess glue used to secure some components had flowed onto the board around them. I carefully removed the excess glue and cleaned the board up and had no further issues. Some of you owners may experience this at some point. I don't recommend DIY though unless you are competent with this stuff.
I put a 65watt creamback in mine and I like it a lot. I also replaced all the tubes power tubes tung sol and 12ax7 mullers. that also made a big improvement.
Great video, as always Shane . love watching your playing and in depth reviews. Even for people that won't ever perform live or record, still very informative. Australia's premier guitar channel.
As always, great review Shane. I purchased the DSL40CR a couple of years ago based on your recommendation. The stock celestion did not work with this amp, it was way too bright. The Texas Heat is a perfect match, and the amp sounds phenomenal. Thank you.
There are other Celestions that sound killer with the 40CR but the V type is not one of them . Celestion Creamback M65 or the H75 are great with this Amp . The Marshall spec V30 and the Heritage G12H30 75hz Greenback also sound Killer with the DSL 40 CR.
A little while ago on a live stream you recommended this amp after I said I had to send back a Fender Bassbreaker due to mechanical issues. At that time I ended going with a Fender Deluxe Reverb that was/is modded into a 2X10 running 6L6's. It's cool but kinda limited. So...I ended buying the Marshall as well after seeing this video and received it yesterday. Even with the stock speaker I am really enjoying it and I am very impressed with the tones thus far. Now I am considering the Texas Heat speaker but it's not a must right away. Of course I am in the honeymoon phase so there's that. Thanks Shane, I should of never doubting you ( damn negative internet reviewers!!!) it's an impressive amp and I got it new and on sale. Cheers!
I bought the 6 way foot switch for mine and it was well worth it. Clean, Crunch, OD1, OD2, Vol 1, Vol 2, FX Loop On/Off. Just set the tone knobs and away you go!
The Creamback M65 is the perfect speaker for the DSL 40CR and that is what it should come with . The Creamback H also works well or a G1265 speaker ir clone like a Warehouse ET65
How odd. I am very familiar with the V. Never found it ice picky but always pleasant and full range. I know the Marshall has PCB circuitry but maybe there is a issue with the Tone Stack or possibly a tube issue. Strange.
Just got mine. It's no JCM800 half stack but for a grab-n-go it surely delivers. Hell, it's MUCH better than the JCM800 1x12 combo I had back in the day. Stock speaker was too bright and fizzy so I immediately swapped it for a 65 watt Creamback. Smoother, meatier, and surprising bottom end for an amp this small. Build quality is about what you'd expect at this price point - particle board everything, PCB everything else. But you can sure get a lot of good sounds out of it. It's a comfort to see a documented example of one lasting 6 years.🤣
Yeah, Marshalls ALWAYS have crappy reverb, it's kinda ridiculous....literally every other amp mfr has better reverb. Nice to know its reliable, but I've had one for 4-5 years, wonder if its actually a CR thou?
I found your channel after buying a Blues Deluxe a couple years ago. I just got the Marshall DSL40CR about a month ago. Before I was using pedals with the Fender to get lead tones and what not. Now those pedals are collecting dust. Have you ever tried running both amps at the same time both on the clean channels? It sounds so full and amazing. The fender provides the missing reverb. If I need a 100% clean sound the Fender is still my go to amp. The clean channel on the Marshall sounds great but I play a Les Paul and have to dial the gain so far back on the Marshall clean channel to have it completely clean.
Billy Gibson uses a secret pedal, there's RUclips video about this "secret pedal". It's a guitar graphic equalizer pedal, he only bumps up the 400 slider. This makes the Celestion V type speaker put out some growl and punch and sounds fuller. Behringer sells one for $25.
I bought a new one last week and it's a monster amp! The clean tones are surprisingly great and the crunch and ODs channels have that classic thumping, growling, and biting rock tone. This being said, the emulated out is utter rubbish for headphones. It's supposed to emulate a 1960's 4x12 cab. Yeah right. ha They should have configured it the same way as Blackstar's superior emulated out which sounds just like the amp speaker. With the price drop they will be releasing a new and improved version soon.
It's a great amp . I bought mine second hand a few months back . I use it in the house although I normally use my Orange mini and keep the DSL for playing out , it's easily loud enough to keep up with our loud drummer . Only thing I don't like , it's a heavy beast , but most valve amps at this kind of wattage aren't that light , just don't expect Solid state or modeller weight .
In the UK there is occasionally a two speaker version, the DSL402, sold for a bargain price from GuitarGuitar , actually cheaper than the 20w version, let alone the 1x12 40w. The speakers are no-name OEM ones, but not bad, and for that price you can afford to change them.
I've had mine 4 years and it still blows me away how good it is and often better than more expensive amps. Also have an AC15 as second and different but the Marshall number one.
Great video! I owned the prior “C” version and I agree that the CR is much improved. If they made a head version I’d totally pick one up. I just don’t have space for another large combo
A very high-quality and comprehensive evaluation of this combo, including personal experiences. Very informative for those considering it. Greetings Pavel CZ.👍👍👍
I just got this amp today! I've played with it all night and love it. It made my Les Paul sing. It took my pedals amazingly. I am so looking forward to gigging this weekend with it.
Great review Shane, have throughly agree. I have the DSL and once I got accustomed to dialling it in such a great all rounder amp. Loved hearing your speaker comments too. Cheers mate.
C'mon Shane, you can praise this amplifier all you want, but we will never forget the moment when you actually preferred the fender bassbreaker 30r over this bad boy
HA I forgot about the video and remembered it after I bought my Marshall. The reason it slipped my mind is because of all the horror stories online and articles about the HISSING and other QC repair issues. In his demo the Fender BB did sound better. ha
I’ve been rocking a JCM2000 combo (the predecessor to the DSL) for almost 20 years and despite everyone saying it sucks I wouldn’t trade it. I do occasionally wish it had 4 channels but not enough to “upgrade”. The two channels are versatile enough for my playing.
My DSL40cr just decided to stop working after I started using a PS1 power soak, it was connected fine but just stopped working, I hope it's just the fuses like yours! Otherwise it sounds amazing and I loved it
Now that 6 years have gone by since this amp was upgraded i would suspect another tweaking and revision are just around the corner especially now that Blackstar have come out with their MK3 versions of the HT series which compete directly with the DSL range . I would think this wouls further motivate Marshall to do a an MK3 version of the post JCM 2000 DSl line Or if not MK3 they could call them the DSL100HR2 DSL40 HR2.
Great LT review Shane. For anyone who gets this - there is one small issue that can effect the 40CR, and thats the glue Marshall used on their capacitors - it can fry resistors. There is a 2w resistor in between two filter caps that, if it burns out, kills the amp (R49). It seems that its not a matter of if, but when. That glue can also f-up any other resistors it touches. Its a straight forward fix, but for anyone with a 40CR, I'd recommend removing that glue and/or replacing that resistor before it fails you at a gig. On the amp sound. I have owned most of Marshall's best amps (plus more, I have videos on this), currently however my main amp is a £5000 Fuchs ODS II (I've got a video on this one)... but my other amp is a 40CR. That crunch channel, with an SD-1, gives that 2203 tone *incredibly* well paired with a Mesa 4x12 with V30's. It does not take a backward step and defer to the Fuchs - it proudly punches above its weight. For the money - its incredible value.
Hi. Nice review. I have the same DSL-CR. I’d like to know if you use the ultra gain channel, and, what you do for solo boost. Cause, I only boost the sound for solos in the clean channel. 😞 I have, TS9DX, TC Spark, Boss SD1, Boss EQ. I can’t work with any of that. Tks bro.
I'm having a small trouble with my DSL40CR... Sometimes my FX Loop doesn't turns on (or sometimes takes some time to fully activate?) when activated via footswitch. The footswitch light turns on but doesn't replicates on the amp. But... Only happens on crunch channel. Makes sense? Have you ever seen this? I only noticed this because i run a clean boost on the loop for solos. Nice video, BTW. It is an excellent AMP.
Hi guys, I need your advice! I'm thinking about getting this amp for quite a while now, since I want a good quality and versitaly Marshall amp, but I will use it mostly in apartment. The question is, is this amp suitable for that? Will I be able to play with this amp quiet enough to not get arrested but without loosing its tone and possibilities that comes with this amp at the same time? I had tested some bigger amps, and I noticed that many of them were sounding great on high volumes, but when I had set the amp on lower volume the sound coming from speakers had lost its tone. It wasn't that crunchy anymore, like it lost its gain and tone, it was muddy. The guitar sounded like I select the neck pickup and get the tone knob back to 1, while it was bridge pickup and tone knob on 10. Long story short, is it possible to play on reasonable "apartment" volume level and still pull off great tones out of this amp? If anyone has experience with Marshall DLS40CR, please share your opinions on that, as this issue is the only thing that prevents me from buying it. Thanks! PS. I know that this amp is more of a gig/studio amp, and buying it for apartment is a little bit overkill, like buying the Ferrari just for sunday church trips, but I read and heard a lot of good reviews about it and I found the tone this amp can pull off perfect for me.
Hi Shane, I love mine, home use, but I’m interested to know the difference between the amps Emulated Out and using your TwoNotes CaptorX for recording… What’s better??
Thanks for your review. Quick question. When you replaced the stock 16 ohm celestian speaker with the Texas heat speaker, did you get 16 ohm? I see Texas heat comes in 4, 8 and 16 ohm. Any advice would be very appreciated. Thank you.
My thoughts after playing this amp live for two years; 1.) The clean tones are beautiful. 2.) The overdrive/gain tones are creamy and every bit "MARSHALL" 3.) The 6-button foot switch opens up the functionality of this amplifier. It effectively gives you 8 different sounds (1-4 red/green) 4.) It requires no pedals to sound great 5.) Although my DSL40CR has performed flawlessly, my bandmate's just died one day. No idea why.
On my DSL40CR I only use the classic gain channel in the clean mode and then use pedals for different levels of overdrive. To my ear it sounded better like this than with the built in overdrive
As usual Shane would make a Silvertone Guitar Case Amp sound great. I have never liked any Marshall Combo Amps. Nahhhhhh..... When it comes to Combo, Marshall cannot compete with Fender or Peavey. What would be the point.
I've replaced the speaker in both amps, but the Fender is the better pedal platform and the Marshall is way better without. Fender for the clean tones, and the Marshall for everything else. The Marshall clean tone is still pretty great, but most people like the Fender cleans more
Hi Shane. Great video and amp! I ask you to please help me with a question about DSL. I've had the 40CR for about 5 years, and I've hardly used the 40W mode. I've lived in a house all this time and will soon be moving to an apartment, so I'm even less likely to use the 40W mode. What other tube/valve combo amplifier with a maximum of 20W has similar versatility to the DSL 40CR? I practically only use channels 2 and 3 of the 40CR and sometimes 1 (clean). I didn't buy the obvious 20CR option because it doesn't have those options that I like so much. I would greatly appreciate your help. Greetings and success in everything! Diego
I tried the DSL20 and I couldn't get it dialed in for my taste. The 40 is to heavy. I'm still using my Marshall Haze 40 combo for I think 14 years now and recently started using the Haze 15 small stack too with one light weight greenback. Both Hazes are great choices for me as far tone. I just want a tube "combo" amp thats 30 lbs or less which neither the DSL40 or Haze 40 are.
I find that those great, saturated overdrive tones are only any use in the bedroom. On stage, they just get swallowed up in the mix, and you end up playing with a much cleaner sound. My go-to is a Fender BDR, because there's _enough_ overdrive, and it has a real spring reverb. I've recently gigged a 1989 Peavey Bandit (real spring reverb!), which was excellent, but have not yet taken my 1999 Laney LC30 (another real spring reverb!) to a gig. I suspect that the Laney might be better than the Marshall for the kind of gigs I play.
I have this amp. I usually keep it on the clean channel and use overdrive pedals for different colors of dirt. The clean channel is underrated. I heard about this from your channel, and Psionic Audio touted how well built this was, so that sealed the deal for me.
I bought mine 2 years back, i use it for gigs and sometimes at home , just to check if all is still well. I.ve never been able to play it at high volumes because i only play small venues and pubs, but i love it, its a great amp, i only play Gibson SG.s and i use the clean channel with my homemade pedalboard, wich hold a delay, a dr.d from harley benton, and ibanez ts9 tubescreamer, it works great, I. m so happy with that humbucker sound through a Marshall, but my Question Is, in Those 6 Years did you ever Change the valves❓️❓️ 0:280:28
Nice 6year review. Your original was one of the things that helped me choose one of these almost a year ago. I did spring for the bigger foot switch. Totally worth it. Yeah the reverb is skimpy.
just ordered this amp. have a 65 twin reverb a 90's fm25dsp fender and a katana this one should be as good as my 65 fender in a different tone way, this will be my first marshall.
After owning a bunch of tube amps I am down to a DSL40CR and a Deluxe Reverb. Couldn't find a better pair. The 6 button foot switch makes for a huge upgrade. The dual master volumes are a key to this amp. It sounds great shaking the house and sounds great when turned down low.
can you save preset for the channel? So if i have a good sound on the ultragain, and i switch to clean channel to play some cleans. Can i then switch back to ultragain and have the same sound preset? Like u can do with a Katana MK2 for example.
You can buy a Marshall JVM 410 footswitch that gives you 6 different setting. I don't use any other pedals. I did have to send the amp back once because the circuitry isn't the greatest but Marshall paid for it as part of the warranty. Otherwise, it is a great, versatile amp.
I would like to see a future version be made with a plywood cabinet. I think the MDF material adds weight without any benefit. I do like the amp - it does have the Voice of Marshall. Thank you for the heads up on the speaker swap, I must try that.
Just to be clear I have the DSL 40 CR and I love it but, it has had its issues which I spoke about recently... called my amp tech and asked if I am the only one having issues to which he replied " I have 4 in my shop now". .. and I have to wait a month to get mine in !! Tube amp techs are going away in my area , he's the only Marshall Warranty guy left close by....I still love mine just wish I could play it !! Cheers Mate ! 11:44
What goes wrong with them? I've had a Fender Bassbreaker 15 Combo (LTD Yellow Tweed/Greenback) since shortly after they came out and 'knock wood', no problems at all so far... Of course I don't gig it, so it only ever gets moved between my main floor and the basement where the drum kit is setup ;)
@@johnsmith-ug5tp It was on his last video about these....first time it quit working it was because of too much glue on the cab dripping into the electronics....this time it quit working again and I suspect more glue issues both channels quit working and the input jack has become so loose it's not making contact, I'll know more when my tech gets into it on the 25th of April, have to wait a month to get it in because he's so backed up !
I bought mine 5years ago, it worked til one year ago ,its been at the tech ever since, they cant get parts and its very poorly built ,there are much better amps for less and can do more then just say marshall .
Nearly 20 years ago the singer and rhythm guitarist in my band bought his first proper amp to gig with a dsl 40 he’s had it and another one ever since , no pedals , just works , meanwhile I’ve had 7or8 other amps and 2dozen pedals ,it takes all sorts.😆
Bro i have a question pls can you helf me how to buy tremolo bridge for strat lefty 52.5mm i am a lefty guitarist its to hard to fine a tremolo bridge for strat lefty 52.5mm
Only you can determine whether an Amp is worth it or not. Nobody can figure that out for you . Also once you decide An Amp is it worth it to you it doesn't magically become not worth ir years latter.
Thank you for this revision! I was just considering the DSL40CR for home and rehersal room because ironically, DSL20HR is too loud as it has no master volumes, but this one does. You mentioned that this combo would also be too loud for home use, do you need to turn the master vol up to get the sound filling out?
Great amp Shane! I have a BT50 that I got for $300 used, that basically apes this amp, with the clean/crunch channel, classic channel & an ultra channel, FX loop & a real SPRING reverb as opposed to your DSL'S digital 1! Def based on the same or similar circuit!
I feel glad you like this amp. I really love it, I have had mine for over 4 years and no issues at all. For me is a keeper, I think i would replace it only if marshall comes with a new Dsl model :)
I switched the speaker to an EVH and re-biased the amp to 50 watts 🎸🎸🎸 I only use the clean channel and run my Helix rack into it …. I have had it for years and only switched the first shielded ECC83 preamp tube as it got a little noisy !!! These are great amps 🎸🎸🎸
Hi everyone! Thanks for all the great comments so far! This is a 6-year long term review of the Marshall DSL40CR. It's been a great amp overall with very little to complain about. Check it out here
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I see a lot of these on the used market. I was just wandering why
I initially bought this amp for the variety of overdrive and distortion. When it first arrived, I couldn’t stop playing the CLEAN channel for well over an hour!
yeah me to I almost never leave that channel, i like the crunch on that side as well.
Me too! I love how big and open it sounds.
It has great cleans, i didnt care for the drive channels, weird to say coming from a Marshall amp
@@ocelotl23 If you’re still using the stock speaker, that’s believable. Sounds 10X better with a Creamback in it.
@@michaelyolch79which one?
Fantastic series, and awesome to see a long term rundown. Just ordered a scratch and dent one as my first tube amp thanks to your vids.
There is a slight delay when using the footswitch to change channels, as well as a split second where the sound cuts out and you hear the amp click. When playing live, it is best to dial in a single channel and use pedals.
@intheblues
I’ve seen lots (lots, not all, yet) of your videos and long story short I ended up getting a vox ac15 blue tv and the Fender Supersonic. In my case most of the times I use the vox and almost never the supersonic, I guess that is because I prefer the “natural” distortion of the amp (SuperSonic’s Vintage/burn button didn’t got me). I’m now after a Marshall valved between a SC20 or SV20.
P.S.: I’ve never thanked you for opening my ears and healthy criticism on gears, so here goes: Thank You, Shane my m8!
I have two of them and love them. However, after only about a year I get a hiss or static coming from one of them when no sound is being played. It doesn't bother me much cause it's unnoticeable when playing loud but just knowing and hearing it when I'm not playing anything drives me crazy. You would think maybe it's a cable or a pedal I use however, it makes this sound with nothing plugged into the input. Clean or crunch makes no difference either.I've also tried it on other circuits in the house, same issue... I've read other people having the same issue and Marshall says "The noise is due to the gyrator circuit that is built into the amplifier to give a better bass response, this should not be heard whilst playing, due to it being a high gain amplifier there is a slight pop when changing channel, this is not a fault and isn`t causing any damage to the amplifier." if so, why is it not happening to my other 40CR? Anyways just thought I'd add to the discussion. I do love the amp and like I said when I'm playing I can't hear it so...
Too bad the 1 watt version isn't any good
I’ve had my DSL40CR for 3 years now and still love it!!! I bought it based on what I heard Shane do with it. Thanks Shane!!! This really does it all.
Hey Shane, so as I commented a few days ago that I decided to purchase this amp new and was happy with it for the most part BUT I finally plugged in the footswitch and noticed a latency issue when changing channels as well as a popping noise. Do you also have this issue with yours? This may be a deal breaker for me. Let me know if you see this latest comment. Thanks........P.S. I also purchased a Texas Heat speaker as well because it is a bit too sizzley on the top end for sure.
I use one in my rehearsal space. With the 6-button footswitch, it is a truly versatile workhorse and is a true bargain. I suspect Marshall has a replacement coming soon because I see they've now been discounted at many stores
$200 off now at Sweetwater.
Yeah, speakers make the biggest difference in amps. The Texas Heat is a great speaker. One that really sounds great in Marshalls is the Eminence Governor. I wish you tried that instead of the Tonker. It's very warm with the subdued high-end you're looking for.
Marshall is very underrated for its clean tone and my favourite sound has become a plexi clean channel cranked. I have a one watt JVM combo from the 50th anniversary. Made in Britain and I have used it daily for 10 years and still have the original tubes. I am a huge fan of Marshall amps they are the sound I desire and I especially like the way they react to playing style and attack. I always found fenders to not have the spongy response I like they are too sharp if that makes sense. Vox also responds the same way to playing attack and I find it makes me play better. Even at one watt the amp is plenty loud for my usage. Plugged into a 12 inch speaker cab and most would not believe it’s a single watt making all that noise.
I also came to the same conclusion after testing a couple of fender amps
I also bought mine around the time you got yours. I also found the stock speaker harsh, but one day on stage at a festival the speaker "broke in" and sounded soo sweet! Now I'm totally satisfied with the speaker and the tone...
As I have stated on your original video I purchased my DSL40CR because of you…But I made 2 changed…first because the effect loop is programmable and a shared eg between the 4 channels…I inserted a 10 band graphic which makes the amp much more versatile…I also reboxed the amp to a head…as I prefer closed back cabinets with combinations of different speakers…I really love this amp thanks to you….Don’t forget the 6 button foot switch it really make this Marshall even that much better.
Hey. I just bought this amp but I just noticed a latency issue when switching between channels. Do you have this issue with either the stock FS or the 6 button? Thanks for your time.
@@TheChristafershawn no..if you use the front panel switches and don’t have the problem ….try using a different cable…or a midi foot switch.. I use the 6 button switch for its versitillity….but some complain of the size …it takes up a lot of real estate on a pedal board..
If you live in the US and buy it from Sweetwater if it dose not fix the problem you can return it ..Marshall PEDL-91016 6-way Footswitch for JVM4/DSL40CR/DSL100HR…Andertons and Thomann in Europe both have it in stock …but shipping rates may be expensive…
@@TheChristafershawn I just bought this DSL40CR and immediately noticed that same "latency" or lag while transitioning between channels using the included FS, too. (There is also a huge difference in volume between Clean and Crunch that is irritating). I have read and seen many posts about the jarring delay, and it doesn't seem that the optional 6 button (PEDL-9016) FS or MIDI FS does any thing to correct it. That's unfortunate, because otherwise t is really a great amp and versatile amp. But, if you are recording or playing any kind of music that requires a dynamic sound difference during songs (think Closer to the Heart by Rush), it can be a problem. I wish I knew of some way to fix it, other than just using pedals as my boost, for instance. I bought this amp hoping to avoid having to use OD/dist pedals, so it may be going back.
@@natebush9983Ever get that lag issue sorted out man??? I'm also looking at the DSL40cr very hard as my new amp to write, record, perform ect. Because I've just recently had to sell most of everything I had of value to cover the cost to move after my mom passed away suddenly and I was all on my own. My music project with a few friends is starting to pick up speed and I just need something affordable, versatile, durable with good sound quality.
Hi, Thanks Shane for the revisit. I have had one of these DSL40CR for about six years, stock everything and it still sounds great to my ears. I have a couple of great Fender amps as well, but I like that sounds like a Marshall. I did source the six button pedal which I think is worth while having to make the best use of all the channels playing live. My only issues have been the early replacement of the two EL34 output tubes with JJ's due to a hissing sound caused by one of the originals and more recently noticed occasional crackling or popping sounds from inside the amp. I tended to that myself being a retired electrical trades person. The main PCB was arcing across various places where the excess glue used to secure some components had flowed onto the board around them. I carefully removed the excess glue and cleaned the board up and had no further issues. Some of you owners may experience this at some point. I don't recommend DIY though unless you are competent with this stuff.
Excellent info John thanks mate
I put a 65watt creamback in mine and I like it a lot. I also replaced all the tubes power tubes tung sol and 12ax7 mullers. that also made a big improvement.
I did the exact same thing! Love it 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@@michaelbarrowman2927 it's all you need. im old-school a les paul though a Marshall.
Great video, as always Shane . love watching your playing and in depth reviews. Even for people that won't ever perform live or record, still very informative.
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Many thanks, Chrispsy696!
As always, great review Shane. I purchased the DSL40CR a couple of years ago based on your recommendation. The stock celestion did not work with this amp, it was way too bright. The Texas Heat is a perfect match, and the amp sounds phenomenal. Thank you.
He links to the 150w Texas Heat. I am not near my amp and was just wondering... what Ohm version are you using?
There are other Celestions that sound killer with the 40CR but the V type is not one of them . Celestion Creamback M65 or the H75 are great with this Amp . The Marshall spec V30 and the Heritage G12H30 75hz Greenback also sound Killer with the DSL 40 CR.
A little while ago on a live stream you recommended this amp after I said I had to send back a Fender Bassbreaker due to mechanical issues. At that time I ended going with a Fender Deluxe Reverb that was/is modded into a 2X10 running 6L6's. It's cool but kinda limited. So...I ended buying the Marshall as well after seeing this video and received it yesterday. Even with the stock speaker I am really enjoying it and I am very impressed with the tones thus far. Now I am considering the Texas Heat speaker but it's not a must right away. Of course I am in the honeymoon phase so there's that. Thanks Shane, I should of never doubting you ( damn negative internet reviewers!!!) it's an impressive amp and I got it new and on sale. Cheers!
I bought the 6 way foot switch for mine and it was well worth it. Clean, Crunch, OD1, OD2, Vol 1, Vol 2, FX Loop On/Off. Just set the tone knobs and away you go!
I have been gigging this amp for 3 years in Sarasota Florida. I have tried, Friedman, 1987x, Splawn, and a couple others, I always keep this dsl40cr!
I have the DSL40CR, EVH 5150 Iconic and BassBreaker 30R and rate them in that order. The trick with the DSL is the 6 button foot switch.
The Creamback M65 is the perfect speaker for the DSL 40CR and that is what it should come with . The Creamback H also works well or a G1265 speaker ir clone like a Warehouse ET65
Mon DSL5CR est juste parfait avec ma LesPaul 😉 ❤Marshall
How odd. I am very familiar with the V. Never found it ice picky but always pleasant and full range. I know the Marshall has PCB
circuitry but maybe there is a issue with the Tone Stack or possibly a tube issue. Strange.
Just got mine. It's no JCM800 half stack but for a grab-n-go it surely delivers. Hell, it's MUCH better than the JCM800 1x12 combo I had back in the day. Stock speaker was too bright and fizzy so I immediately swapped it for a 65 watt Creamback. Smoother, meatier, and surprising bottom end for an amp this small. Build quality is about what you'd expect at this price point - particle board everything, PCB everything else. But you can sure get a lot of good sounds out of it. It's a comfort to see a documented example of one lasting 6 years.🤣
Yeah, Marshalls ALWAYS have crappy reverb, it's kinda ridiculous....literally every other amp mfr has better reverb. Nice to know its reliable, but I've had one for 4-5 years, wonder if its actually a CR thou?
I found your channel after buying a Blues Deluxe a couple years ago. I just got the Marshall DSL40CR about a month ago. Before I was using pedals with the Fender to get lead tones and what not. Now those pedals are collecting dust. Have you ever tried running both amps at the same time both on the clean channels? It sounds so full and amazing. The fender provides the missing reverb. If I need a 100% clean sound the Fender is still my go to amp. The clean channel on the Marshall sounds great but I play a Les Paul and have to dial the gain so far back on the Marshall clean channel to have it completely clean.
I put a Celestion Cream Back in my DSL15. It sounds unbelievable and just gets better with volume.
Billy Gibson uses a secret pedal, there's RUclips video about this "secret pedal". It's a guitar graphic equalizer pedal, he only bumps up the 400 slider. This makes the Celestion V type speaker put out some growl and punch and sounds fuller. Behringer sells one for $25.
It would be incredibly easy to make a midi footswitch for that. You just need a little Arduino, a few lines of code, footswitches and a midi socket.
Great playing, great review, great video. Why do you play the guitar backwards but. Ha ha
Had my DSL100hr for 7 years, and won't get rid of it.....Versatility is great, good Lows and Highs, Cleans and Modern Metal tones....easy to service.
I bought a new one last week and it's a monster amp! The clean tones are surprisingly great and the crunch and ODs channels have that classic thumping, growling, and biting rock tone. This being said, the emulated out is utter rubbish for headphones. It's supposed to emulate a 1960's 4x12 cab. Yeah right. ha They should have configured it the same way as Blackstar's superior emulated out which sounds just like the amp speaker. With the price drop they will be releasing a new and improved version soon.
It's a great amp . I bought mine second hand a few months back . I use it in the house although I normally use my Orange mini and keep the DSL for playing out , it's easily loud enough to keep up with our loud drummer . Only thing I don't like , it's a heavy beast , but most valve amps at this kind of wattage aren't that light , just don't expect Solid state or modeller weight .
The 4 channel switch uses the same cable as the two channel foot switch. It's a game-changer too.
In the UK there is occasionally a two speaker version, the DSL402, sold for a bargain price from GuitarGuitar , actually cheaper than the 20w version, let alone the 1x12 40w. The speakers are no-name OEM ones, but not bad, and for that price you can afford to change them.
I've played mine 2+ hours every day for 10 years. It has only cost me 6 power tubes, 1 preamp tube, and 1 fuse in all that time.
YEAA a LEFTY!!! like me. i like seeing LEFTY guitar players. :) Keep the channel going man. i love it
Great review mate! Thanks! I'm looking at one for sale now. 8:23 - How did it blow a fuse by turning on the amp without it plugged in? 🤔
Why didn’t you cover the short muting when switching channels?
I've had mine 4 years and it still blows me away how good it is and often better than more expensive amps. Also have an AC15 as second and different but the Marshall number one.
I have an Ac15c1, love that amp. And it takes pedals so very well. But i'm planning to buy one day an DSL40CR. Really curious how I'll like it 😅
onboard reverb is not worth messing with - a reverb pedal can give you oceans of reverb & they are reliable and sound better (-:
The recent price drops feel like a new model of this is on the way! 🎸😃👍🏻
That’s good. Let’s get these on the cheap!
@@aaronhiggs Currently only $729 on the Sweetwater website. I'd say that's way more than fair for a lifetime amp of this caliber!
Yeah, I thought the samething, but I couldn't resist buying one last week. ha
@@johnsmith-ug5tp Still…money well spent. I think it’s one of the very best combo amps ever made. I put a Creamback in mine. Sounds waaaay better!
Yep and thanks for the speaker suggestion.
@@michaelyolch79
Perfect video! I just bought one.
Cleans beat out the Overdrive on a Marshall? Well, I'll be danged! 😂
Great video! I owned the prior “C” version and I agree that the CR is much improved. If they made a head version I’d totally pick one up. I just don’t have space for another large combo
A very high-quality and comprehensive evaluation of this combo, including personal experiences. Very informative for those considering it. Greetings Pavel CZ.👍👍👍
Luv those pickups on white strat..lefty too here
I just got this amp today! I've played with it all night and love it. It made my Les Paul sing. It took my pedals amazingly. I am so looking forward to gigging this weekend with it.
I identify the Marshall DSL 40 with you Shane!! It’s become as much a part of your sound as your’52 Reissue Tele!!!😎😎😎🎸🎸🎸
Thanks man! Yeah it's part of the signature sound these days, it's a great combo for sure, cheers!
Great review Shane, have throughly agree. I have the DSL and once I got accustomed to dialling it in such a great all rounder amp. Loved hearing your speaker comments too. Cheers mate.
C'mon Shane, you can praise this amplifier all you want, but we will never forget the moment when you actually preferred the fender bassbreaker 30r over this bad boy
HA I forgot about the video and remembered it after I bought my Marshall. The reason it slipped my mind is because of all the horror stories online and articles about the HISSING and other QC repair issues.
In his demo the Fender BB did sound better. ha
I’ve been rocking a JCM2000 combo (the predecessor to the DSL) for almost 20 years and despite everyone saying it sucks I wouldn’t trade it.
I do occasionally wish it had 4 channels but not enough to “upgrade”. The two channels are versatile enough for my playing.
I have a JCM200 DSL 401 that was my first tube amp still have it to this day. Still sounds great.
Those Lace sensors sound great through that amp.
I am curious as to how you would reate this Marshall to the DV Mark DV 40 watt
The Marshall fills the room a lot better.
Hi Shane it was great meeting you and Rhiannon last weekend at Casey Central. I hope you both are doing well. Cheers, Craig.
Hi Craig, nice to meet you guys too! All the best :-)
My DSL40cr just decided to stop working after I started using a PS1 power soak, it was connected fine but just stopped working, I hope it's just the fuses like yours! Otherwise it sounds amazing and I loved it
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Now that 6 years have gone by since this amp was upgraded i would suspect another tweaking and revision are just around the corner especially now that Blackstar have come out with their MK3 versions of the HT series which compete directly with the DSL range . I would think this wouls further motivate Marshall to do a an MK3 version of the post JCM 2000 DSl line
Or if not MK3 they could call them the DSL100HR2 DSL40 HR2.
Great video! Those amps are like the Hot Rod Deluxe of Marshall amps--nothin fancy or special; just a great sounding workhorse of an amp.
Great LT review Shane. For anyone who gets this - there is one small issue that can effect the 40CR, and thats the glue Marshall used on their capacitors - it can fry resistors. There is a 2w resistor in between two filter caps that, if it burns out, kills the amp (R49). It seems that its not a matter of if, but when. That glue can also f-up any other resistors it touches. Its a straight forward fix, but for anyone with a 40CR, I'd recommend removing that glue and/or replacing that resistor before it fails you at a gig.
On the amp sound. I have owned most of Marshall's best amps (plus more, I have videos on this), currently however my main amp is a £5000 Fuchs ODS II (I've got a video on this one)... but my other amp is a 40CR. That crunch channel, with an SD-1, gives that 2203 tone *incredibly* well paired with a Mesa 4x12 with V30's. It does not take a backward step and defer to the Fuchs - it proudly punches above its weight. For the money - its incredible value.
Hi. Nice review. I have the same DSL-CR. I’d like to know if you use the ultra gain channel, and, what you do for solo boost.
Cause, I only boost the sound for solos in the clean channel. 😞
I have, TS9DX, TC Spark, Boss SD1, Boss EQ. I can’t work with any of that.
Tks bro.
I'm having a small trouble with my DSL40CR... Sometimes my FX Loop doesn't turns on (or sometimes takes some time to fully activate?) when activated via footswitch. The footswitch light turns on but doesn't replicates on the amp. But... Only happens on crunch channel. Makes sense? Have you ever seen this?
I only noticed this because i run a clean boost on the loop for solos.
Nice video, BTW. It is an excellent AMP.
Hi guys, I need your advice! I'm thinking about getting this amp for quite a while now, since I want a good quality and versitaly Marshall amp, but I will use it mostly in apartment. The question is, is this amp suitable for that? Will I be able to play with this amp quiet enough to not get arrested but without loosing its tone and possibilities that comes with this amp at the same time? I had tested some bigger amps, and I noticed that many of them were sounding great on high volumes, but when I had set the amp on lower volume the sound coming from speakers had lost its tone. It wasn't that crunchy anymore, like it lost its gain and tone, it was muddy. The guitar sounded like I select the neck pickup and get the tone knob back to 1, while it was bridge pickup and tone knob on 10. Long story short, is it possible to play on reasonable "apartment" volume level and still pull off great tones out of this amp? If anyone has experience with Marshall DLS40CR, please share your opinions on that, as this issue is the only thing that prevents me from buying it. Thanks!
PS. I know that this amp is more of a gig/studio amp, and buying it for apartment is a little bit overkill, like buying the Ferrari just for sunday church trips, but I read and heard a lot of good reviews about it and I found the tone this amp can pull off perfect for me.
Hi Shane,
I love mine, home use, but I’m interested to know the difference between the amps Emulated Out and using your TwoNotes CaptorX for recording… What’s better??
Thanks for your review. Quick question. When you replaced the stock 16 ohm celestian speaker with the Texas heat speaker, did you get 16 ohm? I see Texas heat comes in 4, 8 and 16 ohm. Any advice would be very appreciated. Thank you.
My thoughts after playing this amp live for two years;
1.) The clean tones are beautiful.
2.) The overdrive/gain tones are creamy and every bit "MARSHALL"
3.) The 6-button foot switch opens up the functionality of this amplifier. It effectively gives you 8 different sounds (1-4 red/green)
4.) It requires no pedals to sound great
5.) Although my DSL40CR has performed flawlessly, my bandmate's just died one day. No idea why.
On my DSL40CR I only use the classic gain channel in the clean mode and then use pedals for different levels of overdrive. To my ear it sounded better like this than with the built in overdrive
As usual Shane would make a Silvertone Guitar Case Amp sound great. I have never liked any Marshall Combo Amps. Nahhhhhh..... When
it comes to Combo, Marshall cannot compete with Fender or Peavey. What would be the point.
If you could only have either the blues deluxe or the dsl40, what one would you choose
I've replaced the speaker in both amps, but the Fender is the better pedal platform and the Marshall is way better without. Fender for the clean tones, and the Marshall for everything else. The Marshall clean tone is still pretty great, but most people like the Fender cleans more
Hi Shane. Great video and amp!
I ask you to please help me with a question about DSL. I've had the 40CR for about 5 years, and I've hardly used the 40W mode. I've lived in a house all this time and will soon be moving to an apartment, so I'm even less likely to use the 40W mode. What other tube/valve combo amplifier with a maximum of 20W has similar versatility to the DSL 40CR? I practically only use channels 2 and 3 of the 40CR and sometimes 1 (clean). I didn't buy the obvious 20CR option because it doesn't have those options that I like so much.
I would greatly appreciate your help. Greetings and success in everything!
Diego
I tried the DSL20 and I couldn't get it dialed in for my taste. The 40 is to heavy. I'm still using my Marshall Haze 40 combo for I think 14 years now and recently started using the Haze 15 small stack too with one light weight greenback. Both Hazes are great choices for me as far tone. I just want a tube "combo" amp thats 30 lbs or less which neither the DSL40 or Haze 40 are.
I find that those great, saturated overdrive tones are only any use in the bedroom. On stage, they just get swallowed up in the mix, and you end up playing with a much cleaner sound. My go-to is a Fender BDR, because there's _enough_ overdrive, and it has a real spring reverb. I've recently gigged a 1989 Peavey Bandit (real spring reverb!), which was excellent, but have not yet taken my 1999 Laney LC30 (another real spring reverb!) to a gig. I suspect that the Laney might be better than the Marshall for the kind of gigs I play.
Did you change the tubes so far?
I have mine 4 years now and it makes a crank noises sometimes…
How I know if the tubes need to be replaced?
Thank you
Loved mine but had to sell it due to the weight. Just couldn't carry it anymore. To replace it, I bought a Line 6 Catylist 100. Great amp for pedals.
I have this amp. I usually keep it on the clean channel and use overdrive pedals for different colors of dirt. The clean channel is underrated.
I heard about this from your channel, and Psionic Audio touted how well built this was, so that sealed the deal for me.
I bought mine 2 years back, i use it for gigs and sometimes at home , just to check if all is still well. I.ve never been able to play it at high volumes because i only play small venues and pubs, but i love it, its a great amp, i only play Gibson SG.s and i use the clean channel with my homemade pedalboard, wich hold a delay, a dr.d from harley benton, and ibanez ts9 tubescreamer, it works great, I. m so happy with that humbucker sound through a Marshall, but my Question Is, in Those 6 Years did you ever Change the valves❓️❓️ 0:28 0:28
Nice 6year review. Your original was one of the things that helped me choose one of these almost a year ago.
I did spring for the bigger foot switch. Totally worth it.
Yeah the reverb is skimpy.
just ordered this amp. have a 65 twin reverb a 90's fm25dsp fender and a katana this one should be as good as my 65 fender in a different tone way, this will be my first marshall.
After owning a bunch of tube amps I am down to a DSL40CR and a Deluxe Reverb. Couldn't find a better pair. The 6 button foot switch makes for a huge upgrade. The dual master volumes are a key to this amp. It sounds great shaking the house and sounds great when turned down low.
can you save preset for the channel? So if i have a good sound on the ultragain, and i switch to clean channel to play some cleans. Can i then switch back to ultragain and have the same sound preset? Like u can do with a Katana MK2 for example.
I have the first run DSL40 that came with a seventy80. I took that out and installed a Vintage 30 clone. Solid amp.
It is a great amp. But the difference between clean and crunch in volume. Solution anyone?
You can buy a Marshall JVM 410 footswitch that gives you 6 different setting. I don't use any other pedals. I did have to send the amp back once because the circuitry isn't the greatest but Marshall paid for it as part of the warranty. Otherwise, it is a great, versatile amp.
Put a Vintage 30 in mine. Much more articulate cleans and distortion! You really need the 6 button foot switch
I would like to see a future version be made with a plywood cabinet. I think the MDF material adds weight without any benefit.
I do like the amp - it does have the Voice of Marshall.
Thank you for the heads up on the speaker swap, I must try that.
Mine is great!! I get that funky funky dirty dirty! 86' Charvel model 5 shreds the face!
Just to be clear I have the DSL 40 CR and I love it but, it has had its issues which I spoke about recently... called my amp tech and asked if I am the only one having issues to which he replied " I have 4 in my shop now". .. and I have to wait a month to get mine in !! Tube amp techs are going away in my area , he's the only Marshall Warranty guy left close by....I still love mine just wish I could play it !! Cheers Mate ! 11:44
What goes wrong with them? I've had a Fender Bassbreaker 15 Combo (LTD Yellow Tweed/Greenback) since shortly after they came out and 'knock wood', no problems at all so far... Of course I don't gig it, so it only ever gets moved between my main floor and the basement where the drum kit is setup ;)
I just bought one, What is the issue you had? I looked at your channel and didn't see anything about it.
@@johnsmith-ug5tp It was on his last video about these....first time it quit working it was because of too much glue on the cab dripping into the electronics....this time it quit working again and I suspect more glue issues both channels quit working and the input jack has become so loose it's not making contact, I'll know more when my tech gets into it on the 25th of April, have to wait a month to get it in because he's so backed up !
Thats not good.@@toddflowers8052
I bought mine 5years ago, it worked til one year ago ,its been at the tech ever since, they cant get parts and its very poorly built ,there are much better amps for less and can do more then just say marshall .
Nearly 20 years ago the singer and rhythm guitarist in my band bought his first proper amp to gig with a dsl 40 he’s had it and another one ever since , no pedals , just works , meanwhile I’ve had 7or8 other amps and 2dozen pedals ,it takes all sorts.😆
have the 20cr ...maybe I swap the speaker for a greenback or a v30. not a fan of the stock speaker ...any suggestions? thanks!
Bro i have a question pls can you helf me how to buy tremolo bridge for strat lefty 52.5mm i am a lefty guitarist its to hard to fine a tremolo bridge for strat lefty 52.5mm
Only you can determine whether an Amp is worth it or not. Nobody can figure that out for you .
Also once you decide An Amp is it worth it to you it doesn't magically become not worth ir years latter.
Thank you for this revision! I was just considering the DSL40CR for home and rehersal room because ironically, DSL20HR is too loud as it has no master volumes, but this one does. You mentioned that this combo would also be too loud for home use, do you need to turn the master vol up to get the sound filling out?
❤ I have a JVM 215C that is unbelievable, 50 watt combo with 150 watt speaker. Marshall jvm,s are so versatile, just like the Dsl series.
Digital reverb sucks period . Tank Reverb or bust for me .
Great amp Shane!
I have a BT50 that I got for $300 used, that basically apes this amp, with the clean/crunch channel, classic channel & an ultra channel, FX loop & a real SPRING reverb as opposed to your DSL'S digital 1!
Def based on the same or similar circuit!
I feel glad you like this amp. I really love it, I have had mine for over 4 years and no issues at all. For me is a keeper, I think i would replace it only if marshall comes with a new Dsl model :)
I switched the speaker to an EVH and re-biased the amp to 50 watts 🎸🎸🎸 I only use the clean channel and run my Helix rack into it …. I have had it for years and only switched the first shielded ECC83 preamp tube as it got a little noisy !!! These are great amps 🎸🎸🎸